chilled yogurt and cucumber soup (cacik)
Similar to Greek tzatziki, but thinned down and presented as a cool soup for a hot day.
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prep time
2 Hr 25 Min
cook time
method
Refrigerate/Freeze
yield
6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 small cucumbers, peeled
- - salt
- 3 cups plain yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped (optional)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup ice water
- - ground white pepper, to taste
- - salt, to taste
- - thin slices cucumber, for garnish
- - mint sprigs, for garnish
How To Make chilled yogurt and cucumber soup (cacik)
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Step 1Remove seeds from cucumbers, if they are large, otherwise leave the small seeds. Shred the cucumber and mix in about a teaspoon of salt. Let stand in colander for 20 minutes to drain.
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Step 2Transfer to a large bowl and add yogurt, garlic, mint, dill and oil. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
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Step 3Just before serving add enough ice water to thin soup to desired consistency. Season with salt and paper to taste.
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Step 4Serve in small bowls or cups and garnish with cucumber slices and mint sprigs.
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